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Explore Santa Fe's Old Town & the Museum of Art: Private Tour

Santa Fe, United States of America
3 hours
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What You Will Do

Discover the highlights of the multicultural, historic, and creative capital city of Santa Fe, New Mexico with an expert private guide, including tickets to the world-renowned Museum of Art. 

On your private tour you will: 

  • Begin your private tour near Santa Fe Plaza, the historic gathering place and a National Historic Landmark;
  • Admire the Palace of the Governors, the old capitol building built in 1610 with traditional adobe (mudbrick in Spanish);
  • Learn about the history of New Mexico, and its amalgamation of Spanish, Native American, Mexican and American cultures that influenced its art, culture, and cuisine;
  • Admire the desert views and mountain scenery, soak up the vibrant colours and atmosphere of the city;
  • Visit the imposing Cathedral Basilica of St Francis of Assisi, a French Romanesque revival style building dedicated to the city’s patron saint;
  • Enter Loretto Chapel, and hear the story about the "miraculous staircase";
  • Stroll along De Vargas Street and see the city’s oldest house, turned small free museum;
  • Visit the San Miguel Mission (If open at the time of the tour) - the oldest church in America dating back to 1610 dedicated to the Archangel Michael;
  • Discover a hidden gem on Palace Avenue and learn all about the top-secret Manhattan Project at the nearby research centre Los Alamos;
  • Pass by the New Mexico History Museum - a fascinating treasure trove of artefacts;
  • End outside the Museum of Art where your guide will give you tickets and tell you all about this famous art gallery, so you can enjoy the museum at your own pace! 


Your tour begins in Santa Fe Plaza, the vibrant, historic and cultural heart of the city. Your tour will explore all the major highlights and a few hidden gems of New Mexico’s capital city. Santa Fe is famous today for its colourful art scene, multicultural and multiethnic music, cuisine, and crafts.

It was founded in 1610 by Spanish settlers, on Native American land - resulting in the Pueblo uprising of 1680. Its complex past means that the city today is a total melting pot of culture and cuisine. It is also famous for the rugged beauty of the mountainous desert landscape and spectacular sunsets.

World famous as a mecca for art, your tour includes tickets to the amazing Museum of Art. 

On your private tour, you will see the Palace of the Governors, San Miguel Church (the oldest church in America), the Basilica Cathedral of St Francis, De Vargas Street, and more. Enjoy the banter of market vendors selling beautiful jewellery, crafts, folk art, and photography. 

Your tour ends outside the Museum of Art, a century-old museum that evokes all the nostalgia of the Pueblo Revival style associated with Santa Fe architecture. Your guide will give you a thorough introduction to the museum, for you to explore at your own pace, and choose from among the tens of thousands of pieces of artwork to admire across a breadth of styles and periods.  


What's Included?

  • A friendly, professional English Speaking tour guide for your own private group
  • Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
  • Entrance tickets to the Museum of Art
  • Entrance to Loretto Chapel

What's Not Included?

  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink
  • Hotel pick up and drop off

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 30 days before tour start. 30% cancellation fee applies if cancelled between 30 and 4 days before tour start. Non refundable if cancelled within 4 days of tour start.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

Your Guide will meet you at the entrance to 'Five & Dime General Store' at 58 E San Francisco St, Santa Fe, NM 87501, United States.

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Santa Fe Plaza

Santa Fe's historic city square is a great place to explore the blended Mexican, Spanish, and Native American heritage of the city.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Travel Curious
  • Weather notes: Force Majeure Disclaimer: In the event of unforeseen circumstances such as extreme weather, natural disasters, riots, strikes, etc. and the tour cannot operate as published, we will endeavour to reschedule your tour date/time or we will provide a full refund.
  • Know before you go: - If the Mission is open at the time of your tour you will be able to have a short visit inside. - Please wear comfortable walking shoes. - Please bring any medication you may require during the tour. - In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water.
  • Accesibility: This tour is wheelchair accessible. If you have mobility impairments or require any assistance, please let us know in advance so we can plan your tour accordingly to ensure a great experience.

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